Chapters 100-106 Summary

Outside, it is now day. Frank plans to repair the power plant before the ceremony and air show honoring the 100 Martyrs. After the air show, Frank will announce John's elevation to the presidency, and John will make a speech. There are never elections in San Lorenzo.

As John writes his speech, he calls for the help of God and the people of San Lorenzo. He imagines that he will abolish religious intolerance. Then he realizes that if he were to unite good and evil, people would have enough food, decent houses, schools and medical care. Since he can offer none of those things, John decides that Bokononism must remain illegal for a bit longer.

The Mintons, Crosbys, Castles and Hoenikkers arrive for the memorial ceremony along with various officials. No one is aware of John's new status yet. A feast of...